Angott Search Group is pleased to partner with a $500 million Illinois community bank in their search for an Ag Lender to develop business within the Champaign & Bloomington areas. The Agricultural Loan officer works with local farmers and agricultural community members to provide a complete range of banking services.
The selected candidate will have:
- Manage a portfolio of farm, farm real estate, and related agricultural loans.
- Participate in the analysis of loan requests.
- Provide an excellent customer experience, comply with all relevant regulations, and adhere to established credit standards.
- Meet or exceed loan/deposit growth goals by expanding current relationships and developing new customer opportunities.
- Work effectively with department staff and management.
- Properly close and document all loan transactions in accordance with the approved terms and conditions.
- Engage with the local community and represent the bank at public events throughout Piatt County.
The qualified candidate will have:
- Four-year undergraduate degree in Finance, Agricultural Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of agricultural lending experience.
- Previous formal credit training.
- Proven track record of developing new loan opportunities.
- Strong analytical and credit skills.
- Excellent communicator (written/verbal).
- Familiarity with a broad range of agricultural lending programs.
Skills Required
- Four-year undergraduate degree in Finance, Agricultural Business, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of agricultural lending experience
- Previous formal credit training
- Proven track record of developing new loan opportunities
- Strong analytical and credit skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with a broad range of agricultural lending programs
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Angott Search Group is a national, full-service executive search and recruiting firm that connects organizations with executives, managers, and other high-impact leaders. It supports boards, CEOs, and executive teams with leadership hiring, succession planning, talent assessment, and confidential replacements. Its sector expertise spans banking, credit unions, automotive, manufacturing, legal, energy, information technology, and professional services, with nationwide direct-hire placement for client organizations.
